Controller
Onsite | Rancho Mirage, CA
Full-Time | Permanent
$115,000 $125,000 + 10% Annual Bonus + Generous Benefits
Reports to : General Manager
Oversees : Two Direct Reports (Accounts Payable and Staff Accountant)
Position Summary
A prestigious community in Rancho Mirage is seeking a full-time, onsite Controller to manage all accounting operations and financial reporting in compliance with GAAP and the Davis-Stirling Act for Homeowners Associations (HOAs). This is a permanent position reporting directly to the General Manager, with leadership responsibility over a two-person accounting team.
Key Responsibilities Include :
- Managing and maintaining the general ledger and trial balance
- Preparing monthly financial statements and reconciliations
- Producing timely and accurate financial reports for the Board of Directors, Finance Committee, and management
- Conducting variance analysis and departmental performance reviews
- Maintaining fixed asset ledgers and preparing depreciation schedules
- Ensuring compliance with GAAP, FASB, and internal standards
- Overseeing cash flow, bank reconciliations, and disbursements
- Enforcing treasury policies and maintaining strong banking relationships
- Supporting internal and external audits, including preparation of documentation
- Evaluating and maintaining internal control systems
- Ensuring the accuracy of accounts receivable
- Authorizing payables, reviewing vendor and subcontractor contracts, and expense reports
- Leading and mentoring two accounting staff members
- Advising department heads on financial operations and internal processes
- Communicating financial practices and updates to community members and staff professionally and proactively
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business Administration35 years of experience as a Controller, preferably in a Private Country Club or HOA environmentCPA or CHAE designation strongly preferredStrong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skillsExcellent attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and financial acumenHigh integrity with the ability to meet deadlines in a team-oriented environmentProficient in Microsoft Office, especially ExcelExperience with HOA or private club financial software (e.g., ClubEssential) preferredCompensation & Benefits
Base Salary : $115,000 $125,000 (commensurate with experience)Bonus : Up to 10% annual performance-based bonus401(k) with 5% employer matchGenerous PTO, paid holidays, and sick timeGolf privileges and access to select community amenitiesProfessional development and training opportunitiesLOCAL CANDIDATES ONLYPlease Note : This position is open to candidates who are authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship. We are not able to consider C2C arrangements or third-party submissions.